| Akai SG01v | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Akai |
| Dates | 1995 |
| Technical specifications | |
| Polyphony | 32 voices |
| Timbrality | 16 parts |
| Oscillator | 1 PCM |
| LFO | 1 modulator |
| Synthesis type | PCM rompler |
| Filter | Low pass |
| Aftertouchexpression | yes |
| Storage memory | 6MB (256 waveforms at 16-bit resolution) |
| Input/output | |
| Keyboard | no |
TheAkai SG01v is aROMpler,[1] meaning that it plays prerecorded samples stored on a ROM chip, as opposed to generating sound through onboard signal generators. The unit was produced byAkai in 1995.[2] It is housed in a 1U half-rack chassis and can be controlled through General MIDI messages. The SG01v has 32 voicepolyphony and 16 part multi-timbrality.[3] Considering the technology of the day, the SG01v reproduces with surprising fidelity the sounds of even older analoguesynthesizers, as well as two drum kits. The "V" designation in the model name denotes "vintage" sounds. The model line also includes an SG01k ("K" for "keys"), which was strictly a General MIDI module, and an SG01p ("P" for "piano").[3]
The front panel contains a three digit, seven-segmentLED display and a volume control button. Basic editing can be done via the seven control buttons on the front of the unit.[4]
The main processor in the SG01V is anNEC D70236, and the digital-to-audio converter (DAC) is an NEC UPD63210GT.
The unit contains 256 preset patches[3] and two drum kits.Patches emulate the sounds of models from such manufacturers asRoland,Moog,Oberheim,PPG,Solina. The drum kits emulate the styles of electronic kits[5] like theRoland TR-808 andRoland TR-909, as well asSimmons drum kits.
The SG01V uses a 10V DC external power supply.
Dimensions: Width 214mm, Height 257.6mm, Depth 43.7mm.[1]
